Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is hemorrhagic shock, compared to septic shock?
6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Blood loss v Infectn: Hemorrhagic shock is shock due to blood loss. Septic shock is shock due to infection.
Answered 6/18/2022
5.8k views
Thank
Different mechanism: Hemorrhagic shock caused by lack of fluid in blood vessels (usually from bleeding), causes decreased heart function, lack of blood flow to organs. Septic shock in setting of blood borne infection, opens blood vessels, lose pressure and blood flow to organs; also decreases effective heart function.
Answered 11/6/2012
5.5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Is it possible for you to get septic shock again?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
